STAND MY GROUND AND KEEP FIGHTING

Starting Song; Moon-Little People

I have had many people compliment me on my blog recently. Now, I realize that I don's have a set time as to when I do a post but I am doing what works for me. I'll post whenever it feels right to post. Maybe that could be a month, who knows? But I definitely appreciate the kinds words regarding my blog and with that I will continue to do it to please all of you! I would still do it regardless but that is besides the point. lol I still, without posting, still have a couple views almost everyday from people, which is amazing! Looking at the stats I have gotten a couple views from Russia, Argentina and Germany as well. SO LETS KEEP IT UP EVERYONE!

For those of you keep track, I have the feature film "Attacked on Set" coming up shortly. I will be playing one of the lead roles, as the Director. I am very excited because this role will be vital for my acting reel! It will definitely show my range as an actor hands down. Then after that, I jump on as a 2nd AD on another feature called CELEB. After those two gigs, I am at a stand still but will bust my ass to get something else! Like I said from the beginning...THERE IS NO ROOM FOR BULLSHIT!!! I need to keep busy somehow, someway!

I feel like doing the STUMBLEUPON GRAB BAG RIGHT NOW!!! lol
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/23gtLn/data.whicdn.com/images/13755914/tumblr_lq7sb1mRjG1r1n350o1_500_large.jpg/

Speaking of, March 9th draws closer and closer. What is on March 9th you ask? Well that is the day I step in front of the judge to get off of probation! Yea, I know what you are thinking...if you didn't already know, yes I was on probation! By the time I get off I will have been on for 13 months. Don't worry I didn't kill anybody or anything...that they know of..HAHAH COMPLETELY JOKING!!! It was just for something stupid...not so much stupid that I did but stupid that it is a law. And I will leave it at that! lol

Recently, I just got back from Ohio(the 2nd time this year! lol) and had a shoot with Matt Barth shooting some footage for the website realage.com. We were working with Dr. Mike Roizen, who actually created the website with Dr. Oz. So most likely, he will be the next big doctor that everyone hears about. We also shot some material that will be used through the Weather Channel! And yes, I AD'd it! While we were out there we got to stay at a hotel, watch the Grammy's and get lost in the ghetto side of Cleveland! AHHH, good times! ahaha Here are a couple pictures taken of me on the shoot!

On our way out there, Matt and I came up with an idea for a short film that we want to do hopefully in the next month or so. I will be directing it! I think we will for sure have a very artistic interesting short indeed!

ON TO THE LIST!

THINGS THAT ARE COMPLETED ARE IN RED

THINGS I COMMENT ON ARE IN BLUE...SOME WILL STAY THE SAME...OTHERS WILL CHANGE!

 1.Record a CD

-My buddy is getting back to me once he finishes setting up his gear! He has been busy lately with his music but wants to definitely work with me!

2. Collaborate musically with a few other artists.
-Definitely will complete it with the CD.

3. Work on at least 3 feature films as a PA, AD or if I'm lucky Director.

-Will be working as a 2nd AD on the feature film "CELEB", the working title. 

4. Work on at least 2 short films.

-Have one short that I need to write out and we will hopefully film in the next month-ish. Talking about another one a well!

5. Work on at least 3 TV shows.

-SyFy's Haunted Collector

6. Work on at least 2 commercials/music videos.

-Worked on a music video as an AD for the band Major Minor!

7. Work on at least 2 projects as an actor.

-Will have one of the lead roles in 'Attacked on Set" as well as a minor role in the film "Celeb". The film in NY called "Blood Abductions" I was cast as the lead, I have not heard from them in over a month, so I am not counting that one anymore. Either way, that's two acting gigs!

8. Write 2 shorts.

-Wrote 2 couple minutes shorts. Hopefully will be able to film them soon!

9. Collaborate on writing 1 feature film script.

-Have 3 script ideas. 2 features as well as a tv show. Will need to find some people to collaborate on this, as I feel they have GREAT potential!

10. Get one job out of state.

-SyFy gig was out in Ohio!! Yea, not that far but still regardless out of state!

11. Have 1 trip to another country.
-Still at a standstill until I build up money!

12. Do more Youtube Videos.

-Have not made any soon, but will start coming up with some ideas to do little videos shortly!

13. Publish some of my poetry.

-Still got another month or to before I find out if my poems I submitted get used, If not they will be published in my EBOOK.

14. Post any/all photography.

-Still learning how to take the pictures manually aside from just automatic. So hopefully can catch on fast so I don't keep taking garbage! lol 

15. Do more photography.

-STAY TUNED!

16. Learn a new program.

-Have not gotten a copy of the software yet, but I have another connection to get some!

17. Switch Banks.

-CREDIT UNION INSTEAD!

18. Save more money.

-Requires making money first. lol 

19. Pay off credit card debt.

-Slowly but surely!

20. Get in better shape

-Going to start having a regular workout!

21. NETWORK!

-All day, errr day!

22. Hang out with more friends.

-Have been doing good with this one! Another month and I will be able to mark this one off..being I hung out with more people in 3 months then I did all last year!!

23. Visit L.A.

-If I can get the money to go out there, I already have a couch to crash on for a little bit!

24. Create an EBOOK

-Was encouraged to definitely do this one!

25. Create a Blog.

-COMPLETED!! 

26.Meditate

-One that I seem to lack incredibly...and it's not difficult! lol

One thing I forgot to mention, a friend of mine I worked on Haunted Collector who lives in Ohio, has a venue he co-owns and wants me to come out and do a show shortly! He also mentioned something about shooting a music video soon as well and possibly doing some vocals on a couple of his songs he recorded for his album! I think things are really looking good this year. There are just a bunch of small things popping up! Like a possible tv show that I was asked to possibly work on. I will be getting more info regarding that. Meanwhile, I will keep you posted when things happen!!!


IMMA MAKE THIS YEAR AMAZING EVEN IF IT KILLS ME!

Well that is all, until next time!

Ending Song: Kickstarts(Bar9 Remix)-Example

-=-Joe

I Need to Pick Up More Momentum!

Starting Song: Love Song- Blake Lewis

Alright, to start this entry off, I would like to thank EVERYONE for reading my blog! The past couple entries have had large gaps between them and I still manage to get a viewer, even if it is only ONE! So I am glad that people are enjoying it! Also, I found out I also had a viewer from Russia, which I thought was cool!

Next thing I want to bring up is, yesterday,  it was announced that Whitney Houston has died. The reason I bring this up is a couple months ago, I had the opportunity to work on about half of Whitney's last ever film, SPARKLE. I had the opportunity to meet her and she was a real sweetheart! I also got a crew gift, a hoodie with SPARKLE as well as the production company on it, which I will now cherish!

On  the bright side of things, I get closer to working on the feature "Attacked on Set"! I am getting extremely excited! Not only am I playing a crucial role but its the first feature that I have such a big role! Then their goal is to get it on Netflix, which maybe all of you could end up seeing me in a movie on Netflix within the next year or two! Then after that movie, I jump aboard a crew job for the film CELEB as the 2nd AD as well as a small acting role! I feel that will be another great gig!

Alright I cant control myself....time for...WHATS IN THE STUMBLEUPON BAG!!! lol
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/2U5EWk/i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/087/536/1292102239519.gif/
SOOOO TRUE!!!!!

So this past Wednesday, I ended up AD'ing a music video for a band called Major Minor! I recommend everyone check them out http://www.facebook.com/pages/Major-Minor/170883756289522?sk=app_2405167945 the song they did was She's Trouble! My buddy Matt Barth brought his crane to the shoot which left us with SOME AMAZING FOOTAGE!! Also, Matt and I are heading out to Cleveland today to work on another little project. Doing an interview for a company. Meanwhile, we are also going to do a couple really short videos that we can use for our reels. I will be directing and playing talent, and he will be the cinematographer/editor. That will be a cool shoot being we will get some really cool shots. Might even try to shoot something while we are out in Cleveland! I have been starting to learn more with my camera lately! Here are some shots from the shoot!

Just a quick interjection, Hakuna Matata just came up in my playlist! hahaha

As far as the film out in NY I was cast in, no one who was cast has heard anything back from them yet. So I will play it through like it is not going to happen. It would be great if it did but I am not going to get my hopes up!

Meanwhile, my buddy, who I am going to record with, is getting his equipment set up. Of course that means once he does, I should be recording my CD. I am excited for that! 

I still have a bunch of things on my list that I would like to accomplish this year! If anyone reading this has and suggestions or would like to help in anyway, please speak up! MY SUCCESS IS YOUR SUCCESS! And on top of that, I do not forget the people who help!

ON TO THE LIST!

THINGS THAT ARE COMPLETED ARE IN RED

THINGS I COMMENT ON ARE IN BLUE...SOME WILL STAY THE SAME...OTHERS WILL CHANGE!

 1.Record a CD

-My buddy is getting back to me once he finishes setting up his gear! He has been busy lately with his music but wants to definitely work with me!

2. Collaborate musically with a few other artists.
-Definitely will complete it with the CD.

3. Work on at least 3 feature films as a PA, AD or if I'm lucky Director.

-Will be working as a 2nd AD on the feature film "CELEB", the working title. 

4. Work on at least 2 short films.

-Will be doing a series of 4-ish shorts with Matt Barth to help with my reel!

5. Work on at least 3 TV shows.

-SyFy's Haunted Collector

6. Work on at least 2 commercials/music videos.

-Worked on a music video as an AD for the band Major Minor!

7. Work on at least 2 projects as an actor.

-Will be one of the leads in 'BLOOD ABDUCTIONS' in NY this Spring. Then will have a bigger role in the feature 'Attacked on Set' at the end of the month.

8. Write 2 shorts.

-Wrote 2 couple minutes shorts. Hopefully will be able to film them soon!

9. Collaborate on writing 1 feature film script.

-Have 3 script ideas. 2 features as well as a tv show. Will need to find some people to collaborate on this, as I feel they have GREAT potential!

10. Get one job out of state.

-SyFy gig was out in Ohio!! Yea, not that far but still regardless out of state!

11. Have 1 trip to another country.
-Still at a standstill until I build up money!

12. Do more Youtube Videos.

-Have not made any soon, but will start coming up with some ideas to do little videos shortly!

13. Publish some of my poetry.

-Still got another month or to before I find out if my poems I submitted get used, If not they will be published in my EBOOK.

14. Post any/all photography.

-Will be going through some pictures from the music video to post! A few are above!

15. Do more photography.

-Found my charger and am learning more about the technical aspect of the camera. Should be doing a lot more photography in the near future!

16. Learn a new program.

-Have not gotten a copy of the software yet, but I have another connection to get some!

17. Switch Banks.

-CREDIT UNION INSTEAD!

18. Save more money.

-Requires making money first. lol 

19. Pay off credit card debt.

-Just made another payment

20. Get in better shape

-Going to start having a regular workout!

21. NETWORK!

-All day, errr day!

22. Hang out with more friends.

-Have been doing good with this one!

23. Visit L.A.

-If I can get the money to go out there, I already have a couch to crash on for a little bit!

24. Create an EBOOK

-Was encouraged to definitely do this one!

25. Create a Blog.

-COMPLETED!! 

26.Meditate

-Did this once since I started the blog....COME ON JOE!

Well, that concludes another post! I will definitely try to do more posts instead of waiting several days between each. I must be going though, I need to hop in the shower and get things situated for my trip to Cleveland! Remember, please subscribe, comment, and PASS ALONG TO PEOPLE YOU KNOW!!! Thank you everyone so much!!! MUCH LOVE!

Ending Song: All Apologies- Nirvana

-=-Joe

AND THE YEAR BUILDS!

Starting Song: Let Go-Frou Frou

And I am back! Been feelin pretty busy lately!

First off, yesterday I got to do a script read thru for the comedy/horror "Attacked on Set". Even though it is not paid, I will be taking the role because the script is hilarious as well as, I love my character! I will be playing the Director and this role will definitely show my range as an actor. And I was chosen because I kicked so much ass at my audition! Which a lot s on my shoulders for this role, because he shows the biggest arc out of all the characters! So I am pretty excited about that. Also, being that it is an hour drive away from me, not only did they offer me the option to either crash at the office or the directors basement, but I am also trying to talk about a possible deferred payment!

Ok so next, after that project, I am jumping aboard a feature for a bit till mid April as a 2nd AD. I am so glad that I was given a high recommendation, because the acting gig overlaps this gig for a couple days. Luckily, they are willing to work around that and have someone to cover me until I come in AND ROCK THE SHIT OUT OF THE POSITION!

Then, I do not have the details yet but I am still waiting on the details for the NY gig that I got cast in this Spring. I am like on the edge of my seat everyday waiting to hear what is going on with the film! I JUST WANNA KNOW THE DEAL!! Plus it would help to know when they want to film exactly to help with planning other gigs! I DON'T! want to double book!

INTERJECTION!!!! I REALLY DIG THE SONG SPIDERSONG BY SAY ANYTHING!!!!

Anyways, yesterday besides the read thru was a pretty intense morning! I was woken up by my dog. Now, my dad had left her out, which he has done before he went to work but her bark just sounded weird. Well anyways, I tiredly walked over to the door to let her in and she ran in and started running around. But my eyes didn't follow her running around. They were fixated on a bunch of blood on the porch..... I stepped out and looked around for a second and seen blood on the door. Then I was like WTF and walked back inside to see bloody footprints tracked through the entire house. The my dog Sophie comes running downstairs wagging her tail all happy and what not. And I notice the blood all over her paws so I brought her into the bathroom to clean her up and see what had happened. I took a towel and whipped a bunch of blood off of her paws and one paw in particular. Well, I figured she cut her self and besides a little bit of a bloody footprint I figured she was fine but left her in the bathroom and went to investigate, while calling my mom. I noticed, by the bloody footprints, that she had squeezed out of the pen and was wandering around. And there was a blood tracks everywhere and on every one of the doors. My mom had gotten home at this point and we walked into the bathroom and there was blood all over the floor and inside the bathtub. In a couple spots almost looked like pools of blood. So we wrapped her foot and took her to the vet. Come to find out she had a nickel sized hole around her paw that puncture a vein, which is why the blood didn't clot and kept bleeding. So she had to go into surgery. $300 dollars later she was out, all drugged out and her paw all wrapped. Well, today rolls around and her paw looks ridiculously swollen. So we take her back to the vet to get looked at and the vet put her bandage on too tight, which is why her paw was overly swollen. He the proceeded to tell my mom that that was the worst injury he has seen because it was SO deep. And luckily she barked when she did because I prolly would have slept for another hour longer. The vet said if I did she would have died.


BUT ON A LIGHTER NOTE...LETS SEE WHATS IN THE STUMBLE UPON BAG!
http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1HtngT/www.wimp.com/dubstepgroup/

Another thing I did was meet up with a couple film friends Tony Tale, Ashley Gray and Brittany Chanel and worked on material for my demo reel as well as an audition. Audition for what? Well, they are bringing back the show IN LIVING COLOR!

Lets see, what else....I had someone ask me to to come take pictures of her and her kids because she liked my photography. I am talking to another production about doing work with them in the future. I will be talking to another friend of mine about directing a music video soon. Hopefully, not during the time I will be working on something else. Then comedian and jack of all trades, TONY TALE, will want to do some filming with me shortly. As well as hopefully sitting down and discussing details of recording a CD! WHAT ELSE CAN I GET GOING????????

ON TO THE LIST!!!!!!

THINGS THAT ARE COMPLETED ARE IN RED

THINGS I COMMENT ON ARE IN BLUE...SOME WILL STAY THE SAME...OTHERS WILL CHANGE!

 1.Record a CD

-Sent a message to my buddy asking if we can possibly start recording soon! Waiting to hear back. Yea I dont have a full album written yet but lets start getting it going!

2. Collaborate musically with a few other artists.
-Definitely will complete it with the CD.

3. Work on at least 3 feature films as a PA, AD or if I'm lucky Director.

-Will be working as a 2nd AD on the feature film "CELEB", the working title. 

4. Work on at least 2 short films.

5. Work on at least 3 TV shows.

-SyFy's Haunted Collector

6. Work on at least 2 commercials/music videos.

-Gotta touch base with my contacts about this one!

7. Work on at least 2 projects as an actor.

-Will be one of the leads in 'BLOOD ABDUCTIONS' in NY this Spring. Then will have a bigger role in the feature 'Attacked on Set' at the end of the month.

8. Write 2 shorts.

-Wrote 2 couple minutes shorts. Hopefully will be able to film them soon!

9. Collaborate on writing 1 feature film script.

-Possibly might do that soon-ish. Still talking about it

10. Get one job out of state.

-SyFy gig was out in Ohio!! Yea, not that far but still regardless out of state!

11. Have 1 trip to another country.
-Still at a standstill until I build up money!

12. Do more Youtube Videos.

-Did a video about Nutella! People seemed to love it! Also, have another Jimmy video written and will be coming shortly!

13. Publish some of my poetry.

-Still got another month or to before I find out if my poems I submitted get used, If not they will be published in my EBOOK.

14. Post any/all photography.

-Will go through any pictures I have see if any can be edited to be posted.

15. Do more photography.

-Misplaced charger. Can't start taking pictures until I find that. 

16. Learn a new program.

-Looking forward to whichever editing program I get to start learning!

17. Switch Banks.

-CREDIT UNION INSTEAD!

18. Save more money.

-Requires making money first. lol 

19. Pay off credit card debt.

-Working on it!

20. Get in better shape

-Gotta get P90X all situated to start!

21. NETWORK!

-All day, errr day!

22. Hang out with more friends.

-Have been doing good with this one!

23. Visit L.A.

-If I can get the money to go out there, I already have a couch to crash on for a little bit!

24. Create an EBOOK

-Was encouraged to definitely do this one!

25. Create a Blog.

-COMPLETED!! 

26.Meditate

-Did this once since I started the blog....COME ON JOE!






Alright, so that is all I got for my blog. Ohh, so being things are slow financially right now if anyone has any idea whatsoever as to how I can make some income for a tad bit, something to just bring something in to get me by, please feel free to share! The life of a struggling artist can be pretty damn rough, but I can give up on my dream and passion! We are all in this together one way or another. And if you don't think you we are, then you wouldnt even be reading this blog! 


Cheers!


Ending Song: Word Up-Cameo


-=-Joe